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Chief Clerk jobs are open across government agencies, courts, healthcare systems, and financial institutions, from entry-level to senior administrative roles, with specializations in court records management, municipal administration, and compliance filing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Perks & Benefits
We offer a full slate of benefits, including competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401k plan with a match. And...we offer some not-so-standard, extra great benefits, including tuition reimbursement for education/certifications, employee discounts programs (including hotels and our vendor's products), and an Employee Assistance Program that offers free financial consultants, therapists, and lawyers. We value diversity and believe in forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is the key to our success. Come join us, and find out what the best work of your career could look like for you.
Essential functions include:
- Supervise, train, and support engineering and maintenance staff; assign work, monitor performance, and ensure timely completion of preventive maintenance and corrective work orders.
- Oversee operation, troubleshooting, and repair of boilers, chillers, cooling towers, HVAC equipment, building automation systems, electrical distribution, emergency generators, plumbing, and related infrastructure.
- Coordinate inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire protection, life safety, and other critical building systems.
- Perform and oversee basic locksmith work, including troubleshooting locks, re-keying cylinders, maintaining key inventories and master key records, and repairing door hardware in coordination with Security and approved vendors.
- Conduct campus inspections, identify deficiencies, and coordinate repairs to maintain safe, functional buildings and grounds.
- Support Joint Commission readiness, Environment of Care activities, infection prevention precautions, and facility safety procedures.
- Coordinate vendors, contractors, system shutdowns, and repair projects to minimize disruption to clinical and campus operations.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection documentation, equipment histories, and operational reports using the computerized maintenance management system.
- Assist with budgets, purchasing, equipment replacement planning, energy conservation, and capital improvement recommendations.
- Respond to equipment failures and campus emergencies; provide on-call, after-hours, weekend, and holiday support as needed.
Base hours: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in building engineering, central plant operations, or facilities maintenance, including supervisory experience. Hospital or healthcare campus experience strongly preferred.
- Trade school, technical school, union apprenticeship, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Current District of Columbia Third Class Steam Engineer license or Maryland Grade 1 Stationary Engineer license.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and door hardware systems.
- Practical locksmith experience, including lock repair, re-keying, and key control.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and customer service skills. EPA Section 608 Universal certification.
EOE, including disability/veterans
Perks & Benefits
We offer a full slate of benefits, including competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401k plan with a match. And...we offer some not-so-standard, extra great benefits, including tuition reimbursement for education/certifications, employee discounts programs (including hotels and our vendor's products), and an Employee Assistance Program that offers free financial consultants, therapists, and lawyers. We value diversity and believe in forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is the key to our success. Come join us, and find out what the best work of your career could look like for you.
Essential functions include:
- Supervise, train, and support engineering and maintenance staff; assign work, monitor performance, and ensure timely completion of preventive maintenance and corrective work orders.
- Oversee operation, troubleshooting, and repair of boilers, chillers, cooling towers, HVAC equipment, building automation systems, electrical distribution, emergency generators, plumbing, and related infrastructure.
- Coordinate inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire protection, life safety, and other critical building systems.
- Perform and oversee basic locksmith work, including troubleshooting locks, re-keying cylinders, maintaining key inventories and master key records, and repairing door hardware in coordination with Security and approved vendors.
- Conduct campus inspections, identify deficiencies, and coordinate repairs to maintain safe, functional buildings and grounds.
- Support Joint Commission readiness, Environment of Care activities, infection prevention precautions, and facility safety procedures.
- Coordinate vendors, contractors, system shutdowns, and repair projects to minimize disruption to clinical and campus operations.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection documentation, equipment histories, and operational reports using the computerized maintenance management system.
- Assist with budgets, purchasing, equipment replacement planning, energy conservation, and capital improvement recommendations.
- Respond to equipment failures and campus emergencies; provide on-call, after-hours, weekend, and holiday support as needed.
Base hours: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in building engineering, central plant operations, or facilities maintenance, including supervisory experience. Hospital or healthcare campus experience strongly preferred.
- Trade school, technical school, union apprenticeship, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Current District of Columbia Third Class Steam Engineer license or Maryland Grade 1 Stationary Engineer license.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and door hardware systems.
- Practical locksmith experience, including lock repair, re-keying, and key control.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and customer service skills. EPA Section 608 Universal certification.
EOE, including disability/veterans
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Who's Hiring
- US Department of Veterans Affairs83
- Banfield Pet Hospital58
- Amazon54
- JLL42
- Marriott International37
Top Industries Hiring
- Education96
- Healthcare & Medical Services75
- Consulting & Professional Services42
- Technology & Software29
- Animal Care & Pet Services21
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chief clerk jobs.
- Proficiency in records management systems and electronic document filing platforms
- Experience with legal or municipal filing procedures and docket management
- Strong knowledge of records retention schedules and compliance requirements
- Associate or bachelor's degree in public administration, business, or a related field
- Ability to supervise clerical staff and coordinate across multiple departments
- Familiarity with office management software and government correspondence protocols
Tips for Your Chief Clerk Job Search
Tailor your resume to records management
Chief clerk roles prioritize document control, records retention schedules, and filing system management. Your resume should call out the specific systems you've used, the volume of records you've managed, and any compliance or audit responsibilities you've held.
Highlight your procedural accuracy under pressure
Hiring managers for chief clerk positions want proof you can maintain accuracy during high-volume periods, like court filing deadlines or municipal budget cycles. Use concrete examples from past roles that show how you kept error rates low when workload spiked.
Target postings by jurisdiction type
Court clerk roles require familiarity with docket management and legal filing procedures, while municipal clerk roles focus on public records and council minutes. Narrowing your search by employer type saves time and lets you tailor your application language precisely.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists chief clerk openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Chief clerk interviews often test how you'd handle a misfiled document discovered before a legal deadline or a public records request with conflicting access rules. Practice walking through your decision-making process step by step, naming the policies or procedures you'd follow.
Negotiate scope before discussing anything else
Before accepting an offer, clarify the reporting structure, the number of staff or departments you'll support, and whether the role owns its own budget. Chief clerk responsibilities vary widely by organization size, and mismatched scope leads to early turnover on both sides.
Chief Clerk Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most chief clerks?
The most active employers for chief clerks right now are US Department of Veterans Affairs, Banfield Pet Hospital, and Amazon, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Government agencies and court systems consistently account for the largest share of open positions.
How many chief clerk jobs are remote?
About 44% of chief clerk openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most court, municipal, and records management work. Sub-areas like administrative coordination for regional offices or policy documentation roles are the most likely to offer hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a chief clerk?
Start by building experience in administrative or clerical support roles, focusing on records management, filing systems, and office procedure compliance. Move into roles with supervisory or coordination responsibilities to demonstrate you can manage workflow across a team. Earning a certificate or degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field strengthens your candidacy, and familiarity with legal or municipal filing procedures is often required for court and government positions.
Can you get hired as a chief clerk with little experience?
Entry-level chief clerk roles do exist, particularly in smaller municipal offices or administrative support departments, and they typically require a high school diploma or associate degree plus demonstrated clerical skills. If you're newer to the field, emphasize any experience managing documents, coordinating schedules, or following formal office procedures. Volunteer work with local government boards or courts can also serve as relevant experience when paid work is limited.
What does the chief clerk interview process look like?
Most chief clerk interviews involve an initial screening call with HR followed by one or two in-person or video interviews with the hiring department. Expect questions about how you've managed competing priorities, handled confidential records, and enforced procedural compliance. Some government employers require a written assessment testing grammar, data entry accuracy, or knowledge of public records law before extending a final offer.
Where can I find and apply to chief clerk jobs?
You can find and apply to chief clerk jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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